Kick Off: Messi nets the fastest career goal; Spain into Nations League final

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Match Reports

Argentina 2-0 Australia: Messi nets fastest career goal, Pezzella scores

Argentina beat Australia 2-0 in a friendly at Beijing's Workers' Stadium in China on Thursday, with Lionel Messi scoring his fastest goal to break the ice.

Spain 2-1 Italy: Late Mato winner books Spain place in UEFA Nations League final

Spain have progressed to the final of the UEFA Nations League, following a 2-1 victory over Italy in their semi-final clash in Twente.

Top Headline

OFFICIAL: Bellingham will wear No.5 at Real Madrid

Real Madrid announced through a video that Bellingham will wear No.5 in the new season

These Things Happen

Man United bidder Sheikh Jassim's 'Nine Two Holdings' becomes a UK company

Manchester United takeover bidder Sheikh Jassim's Nine Two Holdings has become an official UK company.

Lionel Messi scores FASTEST ever goal and first since Inter Miami move

Lionel Messi took just 80 seconds to get on the scoresheet as the Argentina star scored a stunning goal for his country against Australia - the fastest goal in his highly-decorated career.

West Ham REJECT Arsenal's opening bid for Rice as Man City emerge as rivals

West Ham have rejected Arsenal's opening bid as the north London club races to sign star midfielder Declan Rice as Manchester City prepare to compete for the signature of the Hammers captain.

Real Madrid to announce 4th summer signing next week after finalising agreement

It has been a busy start to the summer for Real Madrid. Having already announced three signings, attention has already turned to their next transaction.

Kyle Walker 'could leave Man City' this summer after being dropped for UCL final

Man City defender Kyle Walker 'could leave the club this summer' after being dropped for the Champions League final.

Garnacho makes his Argentina debut in friendly win over Australia

Manchester United youngster Alejandro Garnacho made his long-awaited Argentina debut in a 2-0 win against Australia in China on Thursday.

EPL 23/24 fixtures, schedule: Champions Man City kick off new season at Burnley

Manchester City face a reunion with Vincent Kompany as the champions kick off the 2023/24 Premier League season away at newly-promoted Burnley on Friday, August 11.

Manchester United: Premier League 2023/24 fixtures and schedule

Manchester United will start the 2023/24 season against Wolves at Old Trafford on Monday Night Football on August 14, live on Sky Sports.

Chelsea: Premier League 2023/24 fixtures and schedule

Mauricio Pochettino will take charge of Chelsea for the first time when they start the 2023/24 Premier League season at home to Liverpool, live on Sky Sports, on Sunday August 13.

Messi snubs Socceroos young gun Robertson as he tries to get Argentine's jersey

You can't blame a bloke for trying, but Socceroos star Alex Robertson was left empty handed when he tried to grab the prize souvenir of Lionel Messi's game-worn jersey following Thursday night's friendly in Beijing.

Man United 'negotiating granting Sheikh Jassim exclusivity' in takeover talks'

Manchester United are in talks to grant exclusivity to Sheikh Jassim's takeover bid, according to claims made in recent reports.

French president will personally try to convince Mbappe to stay at PSG AGAIN

French president Emmanuel Macron has revealed he is ready to step in again to try and convince Kylian Mbappe to stay at PSG, after the forward refused to sign a new deal at the club.

Man United's new owners might not be in place before the start of the season

Manchester United's new ownership may not be rubber-stamped when the club kicks off the new season.

Vinicius leads anti-racism committee as FIFA cracks down on discrimination

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior will lead a special FIFA anti-racism committee made up of players who will suggest stricter punishments for discriminatory behaviour in football.

Arsenal handed NIGHTMARE UCL return after EPL fixtures are announced

Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have been handed a nightmare return to the Champions League.

Chelsea have already signed 'new Messi' as dream Enzo Fernandez partner found

The Blues have heard from their first addition of the summer as they plot a move for Moises Caicedo. Mauricio Pochettino will be hoping that the pair can play together.

Barcelona launch new home kit for 2023-24 season with surprising detail

Barcelona have released their new home kit for the 2023-24 season, recalling thicker strips than their current edition.

What They Say

Qatari Man United takeover 'is IMMINENT', claims Rio Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Qatar's Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has won the race to buy Manchester United with his successful takeover bid to be announced 'imminently'.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

A fan rushed onto the pitch to hug Messi during Argentina vs Australia

Fixture of the Day

EURO qualification

Malta vs England 2023/6/16 18:45 UTC

Gibraltar vs France 2023/6/16 18:45 UTC

Friendly

Poland vs Germany 2023/6/16 18:45 UTC